Good Stuff and Time for M.O.M. Too

Yesterday was so full of good things! The 5 youngest and I made it out the door, dressed for a holiday party and ready to greet Santa. They decorated helicopter ornaments and watched with anticipation and excitement as the helo came in from the North Pole.

Max couldn’t contain his excitement as the helo came into view!

After everyone met Santa and was given their gifts, we headed out for haircuts for the boys and a little bit of shopping

They were very excited to see Santa twice in one day and explained that they were happy with the gifts that he had just given them (too cute!)

Once I got everyone settled into the house, I scooped up Mariah and we headed out to do some birthday shopping. She and I got to spend about 3 hours of time together before I dropped her off with friends for a sushi celebration.

This is where time for M.O.M. came in. I knew that I’d have to be back to pick everyone up within an hour and my day had been so full and hectic AND I knew I was going to have a houseful of teens for the evening, so instead of heading home for the 45minutes-hour that I had, I went to my favorite restaurant, sat at the bar, ordered a glass of my favorite wine and felt like an adult for 45 minutes. It was fabulous! I really needed a few deep breaths and not to have to talk to anyone for a little while. I don’t take or get downtime very often and some days I just have to recognize that I NEED it. So, this was perfect.

Then Mariah and her friends came back to the house for cake and a little hang out time and we called it a night.

This morning was another example of taking time for yourself even when you’re a busy mom. I met up with a friend of mine who’s husband is stationed in San Diego on 3 1/2 yr orders, while she and their 3 kids stay in Washington state. She decided to grab 24 hours of time and meet him for a day at Disneyland! She flew in yesterday and was flying out this morning so we met up for a quick cup of coffee at 4 am. It was perfect (except the coffee, which was really bad!). As busy moms, we need to make sure we grab moments when we can, even if it seems a little whacky!

Onto this busy day of celebrating St. Nicholas, decorating my house for Christmas (finally) and preparing for the week ahead.

A blessed St. Nicholas’ feast day to each of you and here’s to a few moments for mom!

Have a great day~